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SENSES

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 9 meanings of the word Senses.

How to pronounce senses:

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Senses - as a noun

A general conscious awareness

Example: "A sense of security"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
awarenesscognisancecognizanceconsciousnessknowingness
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The meaning of a word or expression; the way in which a word or expression or situation can be interpreted

Example: "The dictionary gave several senses for the word"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
signified
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
importmeaningsignificancesignification
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The faculty through which the external world is apprehended

Example: "In the dark he had to depend on touch and on his senses of smell and hearing"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sensationsensory facultysentiencesentiency
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
facultymental facultymodule
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Sound practical judgment

Example: "Common sense is not so common"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
common sensegood sensegumptionhorse sensemother wit
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
discernmentjudgementjudgmentsagaciousnesssagacity
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A natural appreciation or ability

Example: "A keen musical sense"

Senses - as a verb

Perceive by a physical sensation, e.g., coming from the skin or muscles

Example: "He felt the wind"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
feel

Detect some circumstance or entity automatically

Example: "This robot can sense the presence of people in the room"

Become aware of not through the senses but instinctively

Example: "I sense his hostility"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
smellsmell out

Discern

Example: "I sensed the real meaning of his letter"

Example Sentences

"She closed her eyes and relied on her other senses to navigate the dark room."
"The warm breeze carried a pleasant scent that filled his senses."
"His senses heightened as he heard a loud noise in the distance."
"The taste of the exotic dish was a delight to her senses."
"The vibrant colors of the sunset were a feast for the senses."
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Word Game Points

Is SENSES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, senses is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SENSES has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.

Is SENSES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, senses is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SENSES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.

Is SENSES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, senses is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SENSES has a WORDFEUD points total of 6.

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